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Glad Lucia! / Happy Lucia!

Saint Lucia celebrated yesterday at the 13th-century Trefaldighet Church in Uppsala. The setting and the Värmland choir beautifully reflected the history of the Lucia Day. It is a cherished Swedish tradition marking the return of light during the darkest time of the year.

Midsummer is here! We have celebrated by singing and dancing around the traditional flower-dressed pole to Swedish folk music - welcoming summer back to Sweden. This magical tradition has been around for centuries!
Learn more about Swedish Midsummer here: sweden.se/culture/cele...
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Swedes used to have a copy of Dr. Martin Luther’s Small Catechism - used at, and to prepare for, parish household exams. It included the Ten Commandments, and Q&A on Bible interpretation. It helped generations learn to read and shaped daily life. My family's below is from 1878. #Genealogy #Sweden

In Swedish genealogy, household examination records are usually the best place to start. They serve a role similar to census records in the US or Canada. Want to learn more? Check out this blog: swedishamericanancestors.com/tracing-swed...
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I’m Anna Schnell, a professional genealogist specializing in Swedish American family research. Whether you’re curious about your Swedish American roots, have traced your family across the Atlantic, or are a genealogist, we can share thoughts here on Bluesky. Let’s explore together!